Suicide Bombings

Today I woke up to the headline, "5 US troops among 18 killed in Afghanistan suicide attack." Again I was scared to click on the link. I often wonder how I would want to find out if something really did happen to Mario. Would I prefer a call from a co-worker or the dreaded knock on the door by the military chaplain? I definitely would not want to find out from an online article so I don't know why I always click on it. I guess the knock at the door would be better because at least there is someone there to comfort me. Mario says one of the chaplains on base is LDS so he would probably come and probably bring our Bishop with him. It makes me cry just thinking about this scenario.

Anyway, I did click and read the news. I found out the time and realized I had talked to Mario just after the bombings. I guess he didn't know about them yet. Regardless, I knew he was safe. It appears they were targeting the military and bombed some vehicles. Sounds like they were the same kind of SUV's that Mario drives almost daily, probably even the same roads he drives daily.

I keep telling myself that at least if something happens to Mario, I have no doubt he will make it to the Celestial Kingdom. He is a very good man, husband, and father. Ok, now I am crying again. This morning, I received this very kind email from his LDS co-worker who has been a very good friend to Mario.

Hi Terry (Terri) sp?,
Your husband wanted me to drop you a quick line letting you know he is safe and sound. There was a bombing in the area today and wanted to let you know. He has been in some meetings today which have prevented him from letting you know this.

While I am at it I would like to thank you and your children for the great sacrifice you are making at home. I know from my perspective that the family members of Military members should receive as much recognition as any soldier fighting this battle for freedom. Thanks again for all of your efforts, faith, trust, and prayers.

Grant Horsley